Lovely.
Today is Rachel’s birthday.
The past few months have been moving faster than at any other time in our marriage; rather than winter slowly giving way to spring, it feels more like we’ve experienced Christmavalentanniverthday. So today I’m intentionally pausing to reflect on what a remarkable and inspiring woman she is.
I tend crash into most situations like a half-blind dog—bumping, slobbering and barking along the way—but most people (I hope) wouldn’t describe me this way, and that is a credit to my wife’s influence over me. On more occasions that I would care to admit, she has given me the perspective and guidance to keep my feet outside of my mouth.
I remember an old cartoon of the Tasmanian Devil running around, causing panic and throwing a tantrum, when a record player suddenly began playing a symphony. As soon as he heard the music, he melted into a state of peaceful tranquility, and the narrator said, “Music soothes even the wildest beast.”
Yes, this describes me. And she, well… she is my music.
I am blessed beyond comprehension to call her my wife and my best friend. She inspires me every day.
Happy birthday.
